The Brasserie, Bar, and Terrace
Located in the heart of Locksbottom, the Chapter One Brasserie, Bar, and Terrace offers an elevated yet informal dining experience crafted by Chef Patron Andrew McLeish. Guests can savour expertly prepared Josper Grill classics, vibrant seasonal dishes, and bespoke signature cocktails in a stylish, convivial atmosphere. Whether enjoying a sunlit lunch on the all-weather terrace or atmospheric live music in the evening, our brasserie delivers award-winning culinary excellence with exceptional local hospitality.”

Elevated Casual Dining & Bespoke Cocktails

A vibrant, welcoming atmosphere serving modern British classics and signature drinks.

Enjoy Chapter One’s award-winning culinary philosophy within a more relaxed, informal setting. Chef Patron Andrew McLeish and his expert brigade have designed a vibrant menu celebrating beloved brasserie classics.

Highlights include our signature Chicken Milanese, premium steaks seared over the Josper Grill using meat from trusted high-welfare British farms, and an array of indulgent, handcrafted desserts.

Vibrant Lunches & Atmospheric Evenings

Adjoining our elegant bar, the brasserie provides a lively environment perfect for sharing lunch or dinner with family and friends. Watch as our resident mixologists mix, muddle, and stir both timeless classics and bespoke Chapter One signature cocktails using premium spirits and fresh botanicals. To further enhance your visit, we regularly host live music events that contribute to the convivial, atmospheric charm of the space.

THE BRASSERIE OPENING HOURS
Wednesday and Thursday
Lunch: 12:00 pm to 2:30 pm
Dinner: 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm

Friday and Saturday
Lunch: 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Dinner: 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm

Reservations Brasserie Menu

BRASSERIE MENUS

Brasserie Menu

Cocktails & Drinks

Wines

Brasserie Menu (Sample)
The Chapter One Brasserie or Terrace offers accessible dining with a simple menu to satisfy any diner. Blending informality with cooking finesse. It is food you want to eat any lunchtime in a relaxed setting with extremely good-value prices and great hospitality.Wednesday and Thursday Lunch 12 noon to 2.30pm Dinner: 6.00 to 9.00pmFriday and Saturday Lunch: 12 noon to 3pm Dinner: 6.00 to 9.30pm
Sample Menu
NIBBLES
Maldon oysters
dressed Thai style
£4 each
green olives (vegan)
£5
6 mini tuna tacos
with sesame, chili, coriander and citrus ponzu dressing
£17
crispy Korean chicken bites
with honey and sriracha sauce
£12
mixed bread basket
with Abernethy butter
£6
STARTERS
burrata cheese
with heritage Provence tomatoes, shallot dressing, toasted pine nuts, basil pesto and sourdough (v)
£17
velouté of button mushroom
with focaccia (v)
£11
tandoori monkfish
with charred cucumber and courgette tzatziki with a pomelo dressing
£19
Lake District Farmers beef tartare
with a potato hash brown, smoked mayonnaise and cured egg yolk
£19
ham hock croquant on celeriac remoulade
with mixed charcuterie and a pea shoot salad
£13
Risotto of Scottish girolles
with aged parmesan and creme fraîche
£14
sea bass crudo
with extra virgin olive oil, lemon, pink peppercorns and avocado purée
£17
MAINS
Free range chicken Milanese
with tartar sauce
£22
Battered haddock and skinny chips
with tartar sauce
£23
braised Henden Estate venison pie
with puff pastry
£24
penne with San Marzano tomato sauce
fresh basil, ricotta and Calabrian spicy ’Nduja
£16
Ground beef burger
with bacon mayonnaise, Gruyère cheese, Cajun ketchup and skinny chips
£22
potato gnocchi
with English asparagus, peas and wild garlic pesto (v)
£16
pan-fried skate
with Cornish potato, English peas, baby gem and butter sauce
£25
MIBRASA CHARCOAL OVEN
free-range Cumbrian saddleback pork chop
with apple purée
£24
baby chicken
with lemon, thyme & green beans
£22
dry aged Australian grain fed prime angus ribeye 350g
with bearnaise sauce
£45
fillet of 30-days-aged Cumbrian beef 220g
with bearnaise sauce
£54
grilled whole sea bass on the bone
with chargrilled tenderstem broccoli and a chilli and garlic oil
£23
Cumbrian shorthorn beef chateaubriand 700g for two
with bearnaise sauce
£104
35-40 days aged Cumbrian côte de boeuf 1kg for two
with chimichurri sauce
£88
extra bearnaise or bordelaise sauce
£3
SIDES
green beans with shallot butter
£6
mixed green leaf salad
with house dressing and sunflower seeds
£6
skinny chips
£6
potato and olive oil purée
£6
honey glazed carrots
£6
grilled hispi cabbage
with tahini mayonnaise, orange and miso reduction with gremolata crumb
£6
crisp Anna potatoes with aged parmesan
with aged parmesan
£6
DESSERTS
white chocolate and banana blondie
with caramelised banana, pine nut and hazelnut crumb and milk ice cream
£12
profiterole “tiramisu”
with coffee crèmeux, chocolate sauce and malt ice cream
£12
apricot and passion fruit pavlova
with vanilla crémeux and apricot sorbet
£12
Glazed vanilla crème brûlée
£11
Warm sticky toffee pudding
with pecan caramel sauce and vanilla ice cream
£11
Selection of ice creams or sorbet
Three scoops
£12
selection of three or five cheeses
with sourdough crackers and spiced apple chutney
£12/£21
Petits fours bowl
£6
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*Burgers served well done only. Should you have an allergy of any kind, please advise the waiting staff. A menu detailing allergens is available upon request. Whilst every effort is made to be extremely careful, it is with regret that we cannot guarantee any of our food/drinks will be free of any traces of allergens, including peanuts. “An optional 7.5% service charge will be applied to your bill. 100% of the service charge is distributed fairly and transparently among all staff” . All prices include VAT.

Reservations

BRASSERIE, BAR & TERRACE FAQ’S

Do I need to book a table for the Brasserie, or do you accept walk-ins?

While we do accommodate walk-ins when space permits, we highly recommend booking in advance—particularly for Friday and Saturday evenings—to guarantee your table in our vibrant Brasserie.
Is the outdoor terrace heated for winter dining?

Yes, our beautifully designed terrace features a fully retractable roof and state-of-the-art heating, ensuring a cosy, ambient dining experience regardless of the British weather.
Are vegetarian and vegan options available on the Brasserie menu?

Absolutely. Chef Andrew McLeish ensures our seasonal menus cater to a variety of dietary requirements, offering flavourful vegetarian and vegan dishes crafted from fresh local produce.
What is the dress code for the Brasserie and Bar?

We encourage a smart-casual dress code to match the stylish yet relaxed atmosphere of our dining spaces. We kindly request that guests refrain from wearing sportswear or overly casual attire.

The Brasserie, Bar, and Terrace

Elevated Casual Dining & Bespoke Cocktails

Vibrant Lunches & Atmospheric Evenings

BRASSERIE MENUS

Brasserie Menu (Sample)

Sample Menu

NIBBLES

STARTERS

MAINS

MIBRASA CHARCOAL OVEN

SIDES

DESSERTS

BRASSERIE, BAR & TERRACE FAQ’S

Do I need to book a table for the Brasserie, or do you accept walk-ins?

Is the outdoor terrace heated for winter dining?

Are vegetarian and vegan options available on the Brasserie menu?

What is the dress code for the Brasserie and Bar?

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RESERVATION HOURS